Sonoco to acquire Ball Metalpack for $1.35 billion
Packaging products provider Sonoco Products Co. said on Dec. 20 that it will buy sustainable metal packaging manufacturer Ball Metalpack for $1.35 billion in cash to expand its sustainable packing portfolio. Sonoco expects to realize …
P&G issues voluntary recall of aerosol dry conditioner / dry shampoo spray products
On Dec. 17, 2021, The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) issued a voluntary product recall to the consumer level of aerosol dry conditioner spray products and aerosol dry shampoo spray products from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal …
French Aerosol Committee announces new President, VP
Claude-Bernard Michelot (Technima), President of the French Aerosol Committee (CFA), has announced his retirement for the start of 2022. He is succeeded by Nathalie Thys (GSK) as President of the CFA. Laurent Flond (L’Oréal) has …
Aptar launches the Inune line of sprays
Aptar has unveiled Inune, a collection of four new sprays with dosage ranges from 70–130μL. The range includes Classic: a precise, rapid and short spray; HDS: a high-definition spray with a large angle and a …
HCPA bestows Volunteer Recognition Awards; Aerosol Product Division’s goes to Wood from PLZ
The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) has awarded seven individual member company executives with Volunteer Recognition Awards honoring their outstanding work in one of HCPA’s seven product divisions. The awards were presented during the …
Paris Aerosol & Dispensing Forum postponed to June
Postponement from January due to latest COVID-19 developments will bring aerosol packaging, beauty and premium drinks community together for a summer edition next year... Global event organizer Easyfairs announced on Dec. 7 that ADF&PCD and PLD …
NIVEA Naturally Good deodorant launches with Salvalco Eco-Valve technology
Following collaboration with brand owner Beiersdorf, UK-based The Salford Valve Co. Ltd (Salvalco) announced the implementation of its Eco-Valve technology in the NIVEA Naturally Good deodorant range. Nivea is the first global brand to go …
LINDAL Group appoints new North American Sales Director
Global aerosol dispensing designer and manufacturer LINDAL Group has announced Dave Murphy as its new Sales Director in North America. Murphy has taken up the position based at the company’s Indiana facility following 15 years …
HCPA’s Caldeira named to The Hill’s Annual List of Top Lobbyists
Steve Caldeira, President & CEO, Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA), was named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyists 2021. This is the fourth consecutive year that Caldeira has achieved this recognition. As the …
Starco Brands & global artist Cardi B launch Whipshots Vodka-Infused Whipped Cream
On Dec. 1, Starco Brands and global artist Cardi B officially launch Whipshots™, a vodka-infused whipped cream that adds a playful shot of sophistication to any drink, dessert, or party. The cutting-edge and highly anticipated spirits product is now available …